Voters overwhelmingly support requiring Congress to pass a balanced budget—and most believe it can be done without cutting Social Security, Medicare, or Medicaid. The post Voters Want Congress to Balance the Budget—Without Raising Taxes or Cutting Benefits appeared first on America's New Majority Project.| America's New Majority Project
New polling shows which GOP budget bill policies voters support most—from cutting prescription drug prices to eliminating taxes on tips. The post What Works: The Most Popular Provisions in the Budget Bill appeared first on America's New Majority Project.| America's New Majority Project
New polling shows voters respond best to messages about protecting the middle class from tax hikes—not sweeping slogans. The post How to Talk About Taxes and the Budget Bill: What Voters Respond To Best appeared first on America's New Majority Project.| America's New Majority Project
Phone plan prices are all over the map. Here’s how to find an affordable plan that fits your needs in B.C. and beyond. The post How to find a cheap cellphone plan in B.C. appeared first on MoneySense.| MoneySense
Harrisburg, Pa., August 22, 2025 — Today, the Commonwealth Foundation launched a new ad, calling for Gov. Josh Shapiro to end the budget impasse with a compromise that protects families from tax hikes and offers educational choice. The ad is running statewide on digital beginning this weekend, and will air on TV from Sunday, August […] The post New TV/Digital Ad: Shapiro’s Budget Impasse is Failing Kids & Families appeared first on Commonwealth Foundation.| Commonwealth Foundation
Harrisburg, Pa., August 12, 2025 — Today, the Pennsylvania Senate is advancing a spending bill that provides the clearest path forward in months| Commonwealth Foundation
By Baylee Burke In 2025, how are consumers finding ways to indulge, personalize, and stay stylish without overspending? During a period of economic uncertainty, rising prices and financial caution, consumers are forced to rethink how they spend. Amid these pressures, small luxuries and clever alternatives are emerging as powerful new forces shaping the way people… The post Three Cost-Conscious Trends Reshaping Culture appeared first on Double Forte.| Double Forte
In today’s fast-paced business environment, US businesses are always seeking means to better manage spending. Without proper control, costs have a way of rising rapidly and creating financial burdens. This is where procurement software comes in. It introduces order, assists in monitoring purchases, and empowers decision-makers with the ability to identify where each dollar goes. [&hellip| Techno FAQ
The biggest story in construction data right now is jobs. Average construction jobs growth through July, last 25 years, excluding recessions, +130,000. Average construction jobs growth through July…| Construction Analytics
Only 52% Confident They will Receive Promised Social Security Benefits; Fewer, 48% Believe Medicare will Provide Required Quality Medical Care Plurality, 48%, Staying Even Financially, 20% Getting Ahead, 32% Falling...| Siena Research Institute
I have a problem with registering domains. When I have an idea for a Web site, software project, organization, or sometimes just a pun or joke, I’ll go on a domain registrar site and see what related domains are available. I’ll brainstorm a bit in the search screen to try some different options for names … Continue reading How to register just enough domains→| Evan Prodromou's Blog
Today (17th July 2025) the Home Office announced £53million funding for work to reduce offending by perpetrators of violence against women and girls (VAWG). Responding to the announcement, Andrea Simon, Director of the End Violence Aganst Women Coalition (EVAW), said: “Tackling violence against women and girls requires a whole-society approach that addresses the issue at… The post Government funding perpetrator work must be matched for victim services appeared first on End Violence Again...| End Violence Against Women
The deeper I’ve journeyed into minimalist living, the more intentional and purposeful my purchasing behavior has become.| Rich in What Matters
Harrisburg, Pa., July 14, 2025 — Today, Pennsylvania House Democrats passed the General Appropriations Act (HB 1330), their version of a budget bill,| Commonwealth Foundation
Early indications are that individual market insurers will be increasing premiums in 2026 by more than they have since 2018, the last time policy uncertainty contributed to sharp premium increases. Across 105 ACA Marketplace insurers in 20 markets (19 states and the District of Columbia), premiums are increasing by a median of 15%. These filings are still preliminary and may change.| Peterson-KFF Health System Tracker
On this episode of The Unregulated Podcast Tom Pyle and Mike McKenna discuss the high-profile events shaping the internal politics of a certain subset of “Trump World” and the latest stories shaping international energy markets. Links: American Energy Alliance · #238: The Circus (7/18/25) The post The Unregulated Podcast #238: The Circus appeared first on American Energy Alliance.| American Energy Alliance
WASHINGTON DC (07/18/2025) – Late last night, the U.S. House finalized passage of President Trump’s proposal to rescind $9.4 billion in budget authority, H.R. 4, which includes the full $125 million appropriated for FY 2025 to the Clean Technology Fund (CTF). This legislation now heads to the President’s desk for signature. American Energy Alliance President […]| American Energy Alliance
The Heritage Foundation unveils a “first of its kind" online tool that analyzes and makes accessible the U.S. defense budget.| The Daily Signal
Fewer Americans say they use cash for all or most purchases than say they did so five years ago. Close to two-thirds believe the U.S. will be a cashless society in their lifetime.| Gallup.com
Today (11th July 2025) a parliamentary committee has raised the alarm about the government’s fragmented, short-term approach to funding work to end violence against women and girls (VAWG) – jeopardising its own mission to halve VAWG in a decade. The Home Affairs Committee’s report finds that despite VAWG remaining a widespread and escalating problem, accounting… The post Short-term, fragmented approach to funding is jeopardising government target to halve VAWG, says parliamentary comm...| End Violence Against Women
Construction Spending is down in each of last 5mo, now down a total -2.4% from Dec. Biggest declines are Warehouse -7.7%, Commercial w/o Wrhse -4.6%, Office w/o Data Centers -4.3%, Residential -4.2…| Construction Analytics
So remember when I wrote a post 7 years ago saying I was going to be carfree for life? Well this is a great example of why I usually try to “never say never.” I never would have imagine…| A Purple Life
An article on the Spending Review by the Intergenerational Foundation which exists to protect the rights of younger and future generations.| Intergenerational Foundation
Megan Martin, Commonwealth Foundation’s Chief Operating Officer and General Counsel, joins PCN’s Capitol Preview to talk all things state budget. From public transit to Lifeline Scholarships, Martin outlines what good looks like in this year’s budget, and which proposals will damage Pennsylvania’s economic future. Watch below: The post WATCH: Megan Martin on PCN Discussing State Budget, Mass Transit Bail-out, and More appeared first on Commonwealth Foundation.| Commonwealth Foundation
69% of voters believe Gov. Josh Shapiro needs to take a more active role in budget negotiations. Harrisburg, Pa., June 25, 2025 — As the June 30th| Commonwealth Foundation
Today (11th June 2025), Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves presented the government’s Spending Review which sets out the budget for all government departments over the next few years. Today’s Spending Review once again prioritises short-term infrastructure gains over long-term sustainable investment needed to tackle the epidemic of violence against women and girls (VAWG). We…| End Violence Against Women
Includes Elimination of "Clean Technology" Taxpayer Boondoggle| American Energy Alliance
As the Senate steps up in the reconciliation process, there are still opportunities for savings before the final draft of the One Big Beautiful Bill is enacted into law.| EPIC for America
Construction Spending Explained New Starts + Existing Backlog generate Spending Spending = Revenue Revenue includes inflation which adds nothing to volume Revenue – Inflation = Business Volume Cons…| Construction Analytics
The vast majority of Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace enrollees receive a tax credit that lowers enrollees’ monthly payment for health insurance. Established as part of the ACA, premium tax credits were originally available for enrollees making between 100%-400% of … The post Early indications of the impact of the enhanced premium tax credit expiration on 2026 Marketplace premiums appeared first on Peterson-KFF Health System Tracker.| Peterson-KFF Health System Tracker
The total construction spending forecast, now at $2,237bil, +3.7% vs. 2024, has been lowered a bit since the Outlook in Feb. ($2,272bil, +5.5%). Most of the reduction is in Residential, from $997bil, +7.2% down to $958bil, +3.0%. Nonres Bldgs was reduced by $11bil and Nonbldg increased by $7bil. Compared to the average for the year … Continue reading →| Construction Analytics
For the 9th consecutive year, I will be speaking at Advancing Preconstruction. I will be opening the program May 22 to the plenary session with a summary of the current and expected economic conditions affecting everyone involved in construction, all geared towards one word, RISK. Construction Spending Q1’25 vs Q4’24 notable Q/Q increases: Education, Healthcare, … Continue reading →| Construction Analytics
Tariff actions are not yet reflected in Feb PPI Inputs or PPI Final Demand index. Still early. Also remember, PPI does not include imports or tariffs on imports. When we do see movement in the PPI, it reflects domestic pricing decisions following on tariffs. Lutnick: “Foreign goods may become a little more expensive, but domestic … Continue reading →| Construction Analytics
Construction Analytics updates the Construction Spending Forecast every month, usually publishing at least a Brief, every other month. The AIA Consensus solicits forecasts from 9 firms that prepare construction spending forecasts and publishes a Consensus Forecast every January and every June-July. The AIA Consensus reports only on nonresidential buildings. This table captures the percents growth … Continue reading →| Construction Analytics
Well, it finally happened. But like a lot of things in life, how it happened was a complete surprise. Of all the reasons I suspected that I would settle down again, such as getting tired of traveli…| A Purple Life
Partnering with SoFi technology platform Galileo Financial Technologies, Wyndham Rewards launched a debit card issued by Sunrise Banks, N.A., offering a suite of benefits for the traveler. Benefits Include Points per Spending, Gold Status, and Anniversary Bonuses The new account is the first of its kind among hospitality companies, and can be opened […]| FlyerTalk - The world's most popular frequent flyer community
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The Transparency in Coverage (TiC) rule aimed to make healthcare prices easily comparable, but the reported data may pose many barriers to effective analysis.| Peterson-KFF Health System Tracker
The true value of any loyalty program lies in its ability to drive changes in consumer behaviour. If you're not careful, it's easy to get duped into spending more for the thrill of getting something for free. The post Canadians should be wary of loyalty programs — not enticed by them appeared first on Cash and Kerry.| Cash and Kerry
This chart collection explores National Health Expenditure (NHE) data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).| Peterson-KFF Health System Tracker
Background Congress will need to increase the debt limit as early as June 2025, and before the 2025 August recess at the latest. The Fiscal Responsibility Act suspends the debt limit through January 1, 2025. The new statutory debt limit will be set automatically, after that suspension expires, at the amount of debt accumulated until...| EPIC for America
An article about Intergenerational Foundation research investigating how the cost of spending on essentials falls hardest on the young.| Intergenerational Foundation
The “Golden Rule” to building wealth is to spend less than you earn and invest the difference wisely. Embedded in the rule are three levers that drive the wealth equation and ultimately determine not only the level of wealth you build but also the speed at which you can ultimately achieve financial freedom. Those three […]| Gen Y Finance Guy
If you've been wanting to change how you and your family or other gift-giving group do the holidays, there has never been a better time. The supply chain issues give you lots of excuses to buy less or even to stop buying newly manufactured items altogether. Here are some ways you can use those excuses to change your ways.| Our Next Life by Tanja Hester, author of Work Optional and Wallet Activism
Executive Summary: Halloween remains a key retail event in the United States, attracting millions of consumers and generating significant economic activity through costume purchases, decorations, and seasonal festivities, even amidst varying participation rates and broader economic fluctuations. In 2024, 72.4% of adults plan to celebrate Halloween. The most common Halloween activities include handing out candy, […]| Medill Spiegel Research Center
The best Quicken alternatives help you manage money, track investments, and more. Find our favorite paid and free Quicken replacements here!| Club Thrifty
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So I mentioned in my monthly recaps while in Costa Rica all the reasons that I chose to move there for over 2 months, but one of those was because I was shocked at how affordable it was to get ther…| A Purple Life
The U.S. spends more on healthcare per capita than its peers. Most of the additional health spending goes to providers for inpatient and outpatient care.| Peterson-KFF Health System Tracker
Here are some strategies on how you spend and give your money to strike the perfect balance.| Budget and the Bees
Tracking your expenses and creating a realistic budget are two of the most important things you can do to take control of your finances. By understanding where your money is going and setting realistic spending goals, you can make sure that your money is working for you, not against you. The post How to Master Your Money in No Time appeared first on Rent Plus.| Rent Plus
Feeling overwhelmed by debt? Don't worry, you're not alone. In this comprehensive guide, we reveal effective strategies to eliminate debt and achieve a debt-free life. Start your journey to financial freedom today! The post Debt Management 101: How to Get Out of Debt and Stay Out for Good! appeared first on Rent Plus.| Rent Plus
Are you struggling to build your credit history? Whether you’re a student, new to the country, or haven’t had the opportunity to establish credit yet, RentPlus can help you build credit and improve your financial health. Here’s how RentPlus can help you build credit: —- Reporting to Credit Bureaus RentPlus reports your rent payments to […] The post Building Credit Made Simple appeared first on Rent Plus.| Rent Plus
This comprehensive guide should help you navigate the available alternatives to Expensify and choose the one that best fits your business needs.| cloudmention.com
By prioritizing durability and performance, you can make smart spending decisions that benefit both your wallet and your well-being.| Clever Dude Personal Finance & Money
Technology has undeniably transformed how you spend and give your money, making it more accessible and efficient.| Clever Dude Personal Finance & Money
Emotional spending is a common challenge during life's major transitions, but with the right strategies, you can stay financially fit.| Budget and the Bees
Mindful spending involves being intentional with how you spend and give your money, ensuring your finances aligns with your values.| Budget and the Bees
If you are looking for clever ways to save money, these tips can help you cut your spending dramatically and keep more in your pocket.| Budget and the Bees
Executive Summary: The Fourth of July is the second most popular American holiday, following only Christmas. Key highlights include: 87.2% of respondents celebrate the Fourth of July, the same as 2023. Over 68% of respondents have noticed higher prices, particularly in beverages and food. Celebrators are more likely to be male, married, have children, and […]| Medill Spiegel Research Center
Executive Summary: Father’s Day, observed on Sunday, June 16, 2024, is the sixth most popular American holiday, surpassing Halloween but trailing behind the Super Bowl. While participation in Father’s Day celebrations has remained steady, spending is down, particularly on physical gifts. Demographic factors such as marital status, presence of children, and income strongly influence celebration […]| Medill Spiegel Research Center
Deciding how to create a paycheck in retirement is one of the key decisions people often bring up to me in a first meeting.| Kindness Financial Planning
The post 10 Facts About Alaska’s Education Landscape first appeared on Alaska Policy Forum.| Alaska Policy Forum
The state of Alaska published the Alaska K–12 Education COVID-19 Federal Relief Funding Dashboard to make transparent how much federal COVID-19 relief funding school districts received and how the funds are being spent.Read More The post Cash for Alaska’s School Districts: December 2023 Update first appeared on Alaska Policy Forum.| Alaska Policy Forum
The new home of Brian McGlinchey’s independent journalism is Stark Realities with Brian McGlinchey, a Substack newsletter. →→ Visit Stark Realities with Brian McGlinchey: Invigoratingly unorthodox perspectives for intellectually honest readers Paul Krugman has done it again: From his lofty perch at The New York Times, the chief jester of the Keynesian court has wrapped […]| LibertyMcG
Explore recent Fiscal Monitor data to better understand recent developments in public finances and see where we may be headed.| Finances of the Nation -
In this chart collection, we examine how U.S. health spending compares to health spending in other OECD countries that are similarly large and wealthy, based on median GDP and median GDP per capita. For this analysis, we reviewed the OECD Health Statistics database and the CMS National Health Expenditure Accounts data.| Peterson-KFF Health System Tracker
When you find the things that you enjoy, there is no reason to not figure out how to work it into your budget.| Accidentally Retired
This post summarizes the latest Fiscal Monitor data to help Canadians better understand recent developments in public finances. In addition, we use the monthly data to construct projections for total federal revenue, expenses and the budget balance by the end of the fiscal year.| Finances of the Nation -
This post summarizes recent developments in the Fiscal Monitor data to help Canadians better understand recent developments in public finances. In addition, we use the monthly data to construct projections for total federal revenue, expenses and the budget balance by the end of the fiscal year.| Finances of the Nation -
